Gewürztraminer Vigna Kastelaz Alto Adige DOC 2016 Walch

The Elena Walch 2016 Alto Adige Gewürztraminer Kastelaz is a phenomenal wine with the richness and the textural density that is so distinctively crafted at this leading Northern Italian estate. The bouquet is fragrant and bright with an outstanding level of balanced intensity. White flowers, orange blossom, tangerine and sweet honey peel off the top. There is a pleasing vein of mineral dryness that brings the wine back to center. The 2016 vintage is outstanding.

Elena Walch is enlarging her winery, but the big news from this iconic Alto Adige estate is the acquisition of a new vineyard site. The estate now owns a stunning five-hectare property located 900 meters above sea level. This places it among the highest vineyards in Italy. The site was planted to Pinot Nero, Pinot Bianco and Pinot Grigio. Elena Walch says that growing at such high altitudes would have been impossible in the past. Thanks to today's modern farming techniques, it is easier to achieve optimal ripeness. In addition, Elena Walch says that climate change has also played a role in rendering conditions favorable to achieve fruit maturity.

A dense and flavorful white with almond, dried apricot and mango character. Full body, plenty of fruit and a slightly oily finish. Big and rich. Drink now.

A zesty white, powerful for the dry and racy frame, yet finely knit and well-balanced. Offers a silky palate of melon, blood orange granita and honeycomb flavors, with a lasting finish of minerally smoke and spice. Drink now through 2026.